F.J. Thomas has worked in healthcare business for more than fifteen years in Tennessee. Her experience as a contract appeals analyst has given her an intimate grasp of the inner workings of both the provider and insurance world. Knowing first hand that the industry is constantly changing, she strives to find resources and information you can use.

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Medical Necessity Not Always Easily Determined

• 02/19/19

Lakeland, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – According to a recent report from WFLA , Dr. Frank Schultz, PHD who is a clinical Psychologist and author, has announced that he will no longer see workers comp ...
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Tennessee Businesses Are Optimistic Despite Lack Of Workers And Higher WC Costs

• 02/14/19

Johnson City, TN (WorkersCompensation.com) –In early January, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released a Job Report that indicated an overall 39 percent of employers had job ...
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The NSC Reviewing New Technology To Combat Accidents

• 02/11/19

Itasca, IL (WorkersCompensation.com) - The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) recently released the 2019 – 2020 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements,  which lists safety ...
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Injured Worker Denied Evox Treatment

• 02/07/19

Lakeland, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – Travelers insurance has denied multiple requests for E-Vox system therapy for a Lakeland, Florida man who was injured in an explosion at Natural Advantage Food ...
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Employer Not Liable For Not Using AED

• 02/05/19

Morristown, TN (WorkersCompensation.com) – The Tennessee Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Team Technologies, Inc., setting a precedent that employers are not responsible for use of an automated ...
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Ski Lift Inspected After 160 Passengers Rescued

• 01/31/19

Stowe, VT. (WorkersCompensation.com) - The Lookout Double lift at Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont will be inspected by the State after the lift stalled due to an electrical malfunction, according to a ...
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Disability Accommodations Cost Employers Less Than You Think

• 01/29/19

Tallahessee, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) - A recent study released by the Florida Chamber Foundation shows that more employers are hiring employees with disabilities. According to the article on ...
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Virtual Visits May Top Office Appointments for Care Quality, Experts Say

• 01/21/19

Not only is telemedicine convenient, it may actually produce better outcomes — at least, in some cases. Experts are increasingly finding new benefits provided by the advanced technology. A recent ...
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Isolation Can Impact Employee Health and Increase Costs

• 12/17/18

Sarasota, FL (WorkersCompensation.com) – Social isolation might be a term used when referencing someone who prefers to be alone or feels that they need to be alone. But it affects more people than ...
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